Mykonos: Catamaran Cruise with Meals, Drinks & Hotel Pickup

Summary

Sail Mykonos waters, swim Rhenia coves, taste Greek food at sea

You’ll sail from Mykonos with a small group, passing Delos for photos before anchoring at Rhenia for swimming and snorkeling in clear water. Enjoy a freshly cooked meal onboard with local wine or soft drinks. The crew shares stories and handles everything — even your hotel pickup and drop-off — so all you do is relax into island time.

What’s the experience like?

"You ever tried ouzo with seafood pasta while floating off Rhenia?" That’s what our skipper asked as we settled onto the catamaran deck, still shaking off the early-morning hotel pickup. The sun was already sharp on the water — that kind of white-gold glare you only get in Greece. I kept squinting at the coastline as we pulled away from Mykonos port, those little white houses looking almost too perfect. Someone next to me said it felt like a movie set.

The crew — Maria and Yiannis — were quick with stories about Delos as we drifted past it. She pointed out the ruins and I tried to imagine ancient voices echoing across the rocks. You don’t actually stop on Delos during this day trip from Mykonos, but you get close enough for some great photos (and honestly, it was nice not to have to scramble over more ruins in the heat). There was this salty wind and a faint smell of grilled garlic coming from below deck — I’m still not sure how they manage to cook on a moving boat.

We dropped anchor at Rhenia island and everyone just sort of slid into that turquoise water without much ceremony. It’s cold at first but then you can’t stop grinning. Snorkeling gear is included — I spent longer than I’ll admit trying to chase these tiny silver fish. Lunch was served right there: fresh seafood pasta, meat options too if you want, plus homemade wine that tasted way better than anything I’ve had back home. Someone spilled theirs and Maria just laughed and poured another round.

If you pick the sunset cruise instead of morning (we did morning), you get that famous Mykonos light turning everything gold as you sail past Little Venice and those windmills. Even if you’re not big on sunsets (I’m usually not), there’s something about watching it from the water that sticks with you after. So yeah — if you want a day where nothing feels rushed and someone else handles all the details (including hotel drop-off), this catamaran cruise is it.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Catamaran cruise with swimming and sightseeing

• Depart hotel by air-conditioned minivan
• Arrive at Mykonos new port
• Meet skipper and crew on catamaran
• Sail past Mykonos white houses
• Enjoy unlimited traditional wine
• Pass Baos pirates island
• Stop for photos at Delos archaeological site
• Sail to Rhenia island cove
• Swim and snorkel in turquoise water
• Eat freshly cooked full meal on board
• Return sailing past Little Venice and windmills
• If sunset cruise, watch Mykonos golden sunset
• Dock at port and return to hotel

Top questions

Does this Mykonos catamaran cruise include meals?

Yes, a fresh main meal is cooked onboard during the cruise.

Is snorkeling equipment provided on this day trip?

Yes, snorkeling masks and snorkels are included for use at Rhenia island.

Are drinks included on the cruise?

Yes, unlimited homemade wine, bottled traditional drinks, and soft drinks are provided.

How long does the catamaran cruise last?

The total duration is about 5 hours.

Is hotel pickup included for this tour?

Yes, round-trip hotel transfers by luxury van are part of your booking.

Do we land on Delos during this tour?

No, you'll pass by Delos for photos but won't disembark there.

What should I bring for the cruise?

Please bring your own beach towel; other essentials are provided.

Is this cruise suitable for children?

The minimum age is 6 years old; it's suitable for most fitness levels.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup and drop-off by luxury van, a five-hour catamaran cruise around Mykonos with stops near Delos and at Rhenia island for swimming and snorkeling (equipment provided), plus a freshly prepared meal onboard featuring seafood pasta or meat options along with unlimited local wine, bottled drinks, and soft drinks before returning to your hotel in comfort.